How to Write and Name Binary Ionic Formulas

Once two elements come together and bond, a new name is required. How are these new substances named? There are a few different techniques to which you must adhere when naming newly formed compounds. View this presentation to learn how ionic compounds are named when different amounts of electrons are transferred.

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Anion Name Changes

Not many single atom anions exist. Please review the table below to view some important element names and their associated ion names. This table will help you when you are writing binary ionic chemical formulas.

Element Name	Ion Name
Nitrogen	Nitride
Oxygen	Oxide
Fluorine	Fluoride
Phosphorus	Phosphide
Sulfur	Sulfide
Chlorine	Chloride
Arsenic	Arsenide
Selenium	Selenide
Bromine	Bromide
Tellurium	Telluride
Iodine	Iodide

 

Writing and Naming Binary Ionic Formulas Review

Now that you have explored binary ionic formula writing and naming, review your knowledge in this non-graded activity. Drag the formulas or names on the right and drop them next to the correct elements on the left. Then, click SUBMIT to check your responses. Click on the interactivity thumbnail, and then click NEXT to get started.